Social Worker - Children & Families Team in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker - Children & Families Team - Cheltenham (UK) - £42 Hourly - Full Time - 3 Months

Step into an exhilarating career opportunity as a Social Worker with our dynamic Children & Families Team in Cheltenham. We offer an initial contract of 3 months where you will engage in impactful work with a caseload that includes Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Children in Care (CIC), along with some court work. This is a full-time locum position, providing you with the unique flexibility to manage your work-life balance through partial home working arrangements. You will be supported with the essential tools such as a laptop and smartphone, and an expectation of office presence three days a week to maintain team synergy and ensure face-to-face interaction with children remains a priority.

Perks and benefits:

• Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with being a locum worker, enabling you to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle and career goals.
• We understand the importance of work-life balance, and offer flexible working arrangements that provide the ability to work remotely for part of the week, allowing you more time and headspace for what matters most to you.
• Stay connected and work efficiently with our comprehensive tech package that includes a laptop and smartphone.
• Thrive in a supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunities to expand your skill set and enhance your career trajectory.
• Join a team that values its members with access to a friendly and helpful network of colleagues, ensuring you always have a helping hand when you need it.

What you will do:

• Handle a caseload of approximately 18 children, focusing on providing effective, evidence-based interventions.
• Work across various case types including CIN, CP, and court-related responsibilities.
• Conduct thorough assessments, ensuring timely and impactful interventions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in multi-agency meetings to achieve the best outcomes for children and their families.
• Document all interventions and case notes accurately and in line with statutory requirements.
• Engage in regular face-to-face interactions with children to build trusting relationships and monitor their well-being.

Cheltenham offers an enticing blend of historic charm and modern amenities, making it a wonderful place to live and work. Renowned for its Regency architecture, cultural festivals, and lush parklands, Cheltenham provides a vibrant lifestyle with plenty to see and do. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families while enjoying everything this beautiful town has to offer.

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